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Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant

Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant

Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant The Flintkote Company's New Orleans Plant manufactured asbestos-containing roofing tiles, cement siding, and shingles for residential and commercial construction. The facility was a major producer of asbestos building materials for the Gulf Coast region.

Last verified: 2026-03-09
Written by Paul Danziger, J.D. & Rod De Llano, J.D.
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Legally reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Mesothelioma Litigation Specialist
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30+ years of mesothelioma litigation experience
Location
New Orleans, LA
Industry
Roofing & Building Materials Manufacturing
Exposure Era
1930s–1970s
Primary Asbestos Products
Asbestos roofing tiles, Asbestos cement siding, Asbestos shingles, Asbestos-containing adhesives, Asbestos felt paper
Job Categories at Risk
Roofing tile workers, Machine operators, Mixing operators, Material handlers, Shipping workers

History & Asbestos Use

The Flintkote Company operated a significant manufacturing facility in New Orleans, Louisiana, producing asbestos-containing roofing and siding products for the southern United States market. The company was a leading manufacturer of building materials and used asbestos extensively in its roofing tiles, cement siding, and shingle products. Flintkote's asbestos products were widely installed in homes and commercial buildings throughout the Gulf Coast region. The company later faced extensive asbestos litigation and established a trust to compensate victims through its bankruptcy proceedings.

Exposure Details

Workers at the New Orleans plant were exposed to asbestos during the mixing, forming, pressing, and cutting of roofing tiles, cement siding, and shingle products. The hot, humid Gulf Coast climate made working conditions particularly difficult, and workers often removed protective equipment due to heat, increasing their asbestos exposure. Cutting and trimming finished asbestos cement products generated high concentrations of airborne asbestos fibers.

Workers at Risk

The following job categories at Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant had the highest risk of asbestos exposure:

  • Roofing tile workers
  • Machine operators
  • Mixing operators
  • Material handlers
  • Shipping workers

Health Effects

Former Flintkote New Orleans workers have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. Construction workers and roofers who installed Flintkote products throughout the Gulf Coast region were also extensively exposed to asbestos during cutting and fitting operations. The long latency of asbestos diseases means that new cases continue to be diagnosed among former workers.

Health information is based on established medical research on asbestos exposure. Asbestos is classified as a known human carcinogen by the National Cancer Institute, the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Consult a physician for medical advice specific to your situation.

Compensation May Be Available

Workers exposed to asbestos at Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant may be entitled to compensation through asbestos trust funds, personal injury lawsuits, or veterans benefits. Mesothelioma patients and their families have recovered billions in compensation from companies that manufactured or used asbestos products.

1 asbestos trust fund have been identified as potentially related to exposure at this site. Many mesothelioma patients qualify to file claims with multiple trusts simultaneously.

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Were You Exposed to Asbestos at Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant?

Workers who were employed at Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant between 1930s–1970s may have been exposed to asbestos-containing materials. If you've been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may have legal options including trust fund claims and lawsuits.

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Related Asbestos Trust Funds

Workers exposed to asbestos at Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant may be eligible to file claims with the following trust funds:

Treatment Centers in Louisiana

If you were exposed to asbestos at Flintkote Company New Orleans Plant and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, these specialized treatment centers in Louisiana may be able to help.

Ochsner Cancer Institute

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Frequently Asked Questions

What products did Flintkote make in New Orleans?

The New Orleans plant produced asbestos-containing roofing tiles, cement siding, shingles, asbestos felt paper, and adhesives primarily for the residential and commercial construction markets in the Gulf Coast region.

Were roofers and construction workers also at risk?

Yes, roofers, siding installers, and other construction tradespeople who cut, fit, and installed Flintkote asbestos products were heavily exposed to asbestos fibers during installation work and have filed thousands of claims.

Is there a Flintkote asbestos trust?

Yes, the Flintkote Company Asbestos Trust was established to compensate individuals who developed asbestos-related diseases from exposure to Flintkote's asbestos-containing building products.

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Sources:

  • Flintkote bankruptcy filings — accessed 2026-03-09
  • OSHA compliance records — accessed 2026-03-09
  • Louisiana DEQ records — accessed 2026-03-09
  • Historical manufacturing records — accessed 2026-03-09
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